The Skeleton in the Smithsonian (Capital Mysteries #3)

by Ron Roy (Author) Timothy Bush (Illustrator)

Reading Level: 2nd − 3rd Grade

From popular A to Z Mysteries author Ron Roy comes a red, white, and blue mystery perfect for President's Day!

In the third book of the Capital Mysteries--an early chapter book mystery series featuring fun facts and famous sites from Washington, D.C.-- KC and her friend Marshall explore the Smithsonian, the most famous museum in the world. The money to build it was given to Washington, D.C., over a hundred years ago, but now one man is claiming that money should be his. KC and Marshall think they can prove Mr. Fisher is a big liar. But if they are wrong, the Smithsonian will belong to him!

Each book highlights one of the famous museums, buildings, or monuments from the Washington area and includes a map and a two-page fun fact spread with photographs. Parents, teachers, and librarians agree that these highly collectible chapter books are perfect for emerging readers and any kid who love mysteries!

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Ron Roy
RON ROY has been writing books for children since 1974. He is the author of dozens of books, including the popular A to Z Mysteries(R), Calendar Mysteries, and Capital Mysteries. When not working on a new book, Ron likes to teach tricks to his dog Pal, play poker with friends, travel, and read thrilling mystery books.

STEPHEN GILPIN is the award-winning illustrator of dozens of children's books, including the popular and very funny Pirate Mom. He brings his fresh, kid-friendly style to all the covers of the A to Z Mysteries(R) series.
Classification
Fiction
ISBN-13
9780307265173
Lexile Measure
540
Guided Reading Level
M
Publisher
Random House Books for Young Readers
Publication date
August 20, 2003
Series
Capital Mysteries
BISAC categories
JUV028000 - Juvenile Fiction | Mysteries, Espionage, & Detective Stories
JUV045000 - Juvenile Fiction | Readers | Chapter Books
Library of Congress categories
Mystery and detective stories
Washington (D.C.)
Skeleton
Smithsonian Institution

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